THE Australian Christian lobby has issued a bizarre statement arguing that same sex marriage could lead to a new "stolen generation", and would inevitably lead to children being taught the mechanics of homosexual sex in school sex education classes.

In a rambling statement, the Lobby's managing director Lyle Shelton said Kevin Rudd's overnight change-of-mind ignored the consequence of "robbing children of their biological identity through same-sex surrogacy and other assisted reproductive technologies".

"Marriage is not just an affectionate relationship between two people regardless of gender," Mr Shelton said. "Marriage has always been about providing stability and biological identity for children wherever possible.

"What Mr Rudd has not considered is whether or not it is right for children to be taken through technology from their biological parent so that 'married' same-sex couples can fulfil their desires."

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Comments on this story

marcwolf Posted at 5:21 PM May 21, 2013

Sadly this is the bi-polar attribute of a minority Christians. It is all well and fine for them to apply bigotry and hate in their message to others.. However as soon as they are brought up on those same points then it is victimisation and persecution.

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Snapper Posted at 5:21 PM May 21, 2013

"What Mr Rudd has not considered is whether or not it is right for children to be taken through technology from their biological parent so that 'married' same-sex couples can fulfil (sic) their desires." What the hell does that mean?
Instead of passing judgement (despite Jesus telling us not to) why don't they pray (quietly) for the alleged dammed?

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Sarah - Sydney of sydney Posted at 5:22 PM May 21, 2013

So the ACL are worried that they will be pursued by activists?
What about the poor innocent children that have been pursued (and covered up) by the chirch? The church and the ACL are big (and ugly) enough to look after themselves (as they always have). Suddenly the 20% are in fear of the 0.2%? Gimme a break!

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whatthefunction Posted at 5:24 PM May 21, 2013

A HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

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Ollygt of Brisbane Posted at 5:26 PM May 21, 2013

So single children of single parent families are also missing out? Since there's no father or mother there must be, according to Mr Shelton, less stability and biological identity for children?

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Dan S of Sydney Posted at 5:26 PM May 21, 2013

The ACL are absolutely right. Gay sex education is already taught in schools (such as in Massachusetts) where gay marriage has been permitted.

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Frostie of Australia Posted at 5:28 PM May 21, 2013

The ACL are just seeking more free PR with more of their outlandish statements of ignorance. Even if children were exposed to same sex activities in school sex education classes, it wont make or turn them gay. The very simple test question is ask yourself this, when did I decide to be straight? You cant answer it as it is a natural genetic feeling as it is for a gay individual. There is no sickness or illness involved, there is no cure or remedy that will change your genetic code to make you either one or the other. Just live happily knowing you are a normal individual. You will be more troubled in life if you believe in religion, as there is nothing scientific to prove the existence of whichever God fantasy you choose to follow. Religion causes more harm than good in this world and should be abolished for humanity to live in peace.

The sooner organised religion is broken and forgotten the better for humanity. Outdated, irrelevant and harmful to 21st century society. Media organisations should cease allowing commentary from these groups, lobbys and institutions.

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Chris of Australia Posted at 5:32 PM May 21, 2013

Why does news.com.au like to promote opinion based articles by their writers as opposed to fact. I'm not sure of their agenda here but it would be good if they could stick with articles based on fact and not write them from a basis of a person point of view. My point is not whether the ACL is right or wrong but rather the media, in this case news.com.au is making a moral judgement of one persons point of view. Is free speech only free when it aligns with a journalist's personal point of view??

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Steve Posted at 5:32 PM May 21, 2013

"Gay marriage" isn't the same as "marriage". There are either no husbands or wives or both are the husband or the wife. It doesn't make sense in the traditional role of marriage to protect babies from being bastards either. My only problem with gay marriage is that it should be called something else.

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James of Launceston Posted at 5:32 PM May 21, 2013

Do these demented lobbyists think that gay couples are going to burst into other people's homes and declare "we want a baby, we're taking yours"?

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colourmecynical Posted at 5:32 PM May 21, 2013

Read the original statement. Can't say I agree. But shocking reporting of it. Rambling?? Bizarre?? Robbing children of identity. Please read the statement properly and report it accurately. Robbing children of their biological identity is the quote and the argument is understandable. It is just arguable. Poor journalism.

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killerkitten Posted at 5:33 PM May 21, 2013

Christian Lobby Groups and Anti-Gay/Lesbian bigots --- GROW UP

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Jared Posted at 5:35 PM May 21, 2013

The only weeping I am doing is over this stupid article that makes fun of the ACL when they see the damage gay marriage is having in other countries. Wake up ANTHONY SHARWOOD. You have no clue.

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I'm confused.... of Sydney Posted at 5:37 PM May 21, 2013

Good point, homosexual children should not bediscriminated against and have a right to be taught all about being homosexual, just like heterosexual children need to be taught about being heterosexual.
It is not appropriate to single out groups of homo or hetero children into groups, they must all be taught the best practices for both.
Good thinking - No descrimination - All Sex Ed for All !!

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Ann Posted at 5:37 PM May 21, 2013

I fully support the comments by the ACL. If the media bothered to do the slightest bit of research on the effects of same sex marriage overseas they would quickly see that the things the ACL are saying are 100% true. People of conscience and faith are being harassed and targetted by gay advocates and numerous people have had their businesses boycotted, their jobs lost, etc because they stand for true marriage.
The tolerance brigade have zero tolerance for any opinions with which they disagree.
Well done Lyle and the ACL for stating the truth.
The bishop above will one day be answerable to God as will his flock for preaching a gospel other than that of Christ.
They are no more than wolves in sheeps clothing for which we have been warned of.

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Michael of Adelaide Posted at 5:37 PM May 21, 2013

Just the ramblings of another religious nut job!

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mark Posted at 5:38 PM May 21, 2013

My wife and I were unable to have children. The ACL has just dismissed our marriage as irrelevant. Gotta love religion.

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Rich of Australia Posted at 5:38 PM May 21, 2013

Gay safe sex was taught on the old computer back in 1995 when I was 13... that was in Queensland, Australia. Sorry, but she's a bit behind. Furthermore, I'm yet to find a legitimate case of someone taking a Minister to court for discrimination when discrimination is allowed in the Church and other religious groups (ie. the case of the fatherless pregnant mother being fired - it seems so archaic.)

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mick of moving to NZ Posted at 5:39 PM May 21, 2013

I find the whole episode just so typical of gay people.Its always about me me me.Oh don't worry ive seen the gay scene in all its glory and ive seen the worst of it.as usual its just another group looking for some sort of financial outcome.wait till you see the divirce courts when they get the go ahead to marry.the courts will burst at the seems.sure straight people get divorced but after living in a gay pub for 5 years I seen people change partners by the hour.

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Jayde Tyger of Gordon Posted at 5:41 PM May 21, 2013

Churches and organisations are being persecuted though for being anti gay.
In States in America business and churches that have openly said they oppose gay marriage have been told by the state government that they will not allow them to build any more business there and same with churches where pro gay marriage is popular.

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dee Posted at 5:41 PM May 21, 2013

I thought these nutjobs were only in the U.S. Sad. People my age just don't care. Gay, straight it doesn't matter.

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craig of Australia Posted at 5:43 PM May 21, 2013

Well the ACA needs to wake up to themselves and come into the modern world....what is wrong with this as its best to be taught to children because straight sex is as well, best for the children to know everything and not have these things held back from them, I'm a gay Catholic and think there is nothing wrong with this at all...and good on Kevin Rudd for havin the Balls to say he supports Gay Marriage lets see if no balls Tony Abbot has them....

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Roary Posted at 5:44 PM May 21, 2013

Why is it that the media is so quick to ridicule peoples views? Why do we get this constant media barrage in favor of the big 1%? Maybe the Gays are bigots as they will not acknowledge anyone elses views. If Penny Wong thinks this group is out of touch why was she scared of a referendum. Because it would fail and maybe the Gay lobby will be seen to be the bigots.

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